Bioidentical Progesterone Micronized from Japan
Bioidentical micronized progesterone identical to endogenous human hormone, used in compounded pharmacy formulations for menopause treatment. Classified under HTS 2937.23.5020 as synthetic reproduction of natural progesterone used primarily as hormone.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
15%
Rate breakdown
9903.04.6215%Pharmaceuticals: patented pharma from JP/EU/KR/CH/LI — 15% floor rate
9903.05.860%Universal product exemption (U.S. note 52(b))
9903.05.900%Articles already subject to Section 232 (steel/aluminum/copper + derivatives, autos + parts, wood, medium/heavy vehicles + parts, semiconductors, patented pharma) — U.S. note 52(f)
Import Tips
• Label clearly as 'Bioidentical' vs 'Synthetic' to distinguish from progestins; include comparative bioactivity data if available
• For compounding pharmacy use, provide 503A/503B outsourcing facility end-user letters to support bulk drug status
• Ensure amber glass or opaque packaging with nitrogen blanket to prevent photo-oxidation during ocean/air transit